Altitude™ 3550 Access Point Deployment Guide Extreme Networks, Inc. 3585 Monroe Street Santa Clara, California 95051 (888) 257-3000 (408) 579-2800 http://www.extremenetworks.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: About This Guide ..................................................................................................................... 5 Introduction..............................................................................................................................................................5 Document Conventions............................................................................................................................................
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1 About This Guide Introduction This guide provides detailed hardware setup and deployment instructions for the Extreme Networks® Altitude™ 3550 (AP3550) model access point. The AP3550 model access point is primarily designed for outdoor deployments, thus it has a unique set of installation instructions. Document Conventions The following document conventions are used in this document: NOTE Indicate tips or special requirements. CAUTION Indicates conditions that can cause equipment damage or data loss.
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2 Introduction Please review all the material within this document before installing the AP3550 model access point. The purpose of this guide is to assist you in understanding the correct use and placement of the components within the AP3550 accessory kits. Proper installation is critical to the safety of the installation, installer and others in the area of the AP3550’s deployment.
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3 Mounting Kit Assembly and Use It is recommended the assembly of the AP3550’s accessories be started, and fully staged (as described in this chapter) before the AP3550 is moved into its final area of deployment. Installing the AP3550’s Mounting Accessories To install the AP3550’s mounting accessories: 1 Install the mounting bracket to the AP3550’s rear housing using 4 short length binder head screws from the kit. Tighten securely. NOTE Take note of the earth ground boss under the bracket.
Mounting Kit Assembly and Use 3 Install 4 short binder head screws in the 4 slots, 2 each on left and right sides of the tilt bracket. These can be tightened during this phase of the assembly. Once deployed in the field, the 4 screws should be loosened slightly to allow the AP3550 to be tilted to level, then re-tightened. 4 If sliding to a small pole diameter, up to 2 ½ inches in diameter, place the pole clamps into the slots of the bracket assembled in step 3.
On each long screw, install one split washer and one wing nut. Leave them somewhat loose, as the nut, washer and screw will be loosened and re-installed in the field when mounting the AP3550 to a Pole. NOTE The unit is ready to be moved into its deployment area and mounted onto a pole (where the AP3550 cannot be slid over the pole end). Installing the AP3550 to a Pole To install an AP3550 to a pole: 1 Select the proper slot positions for the pole clamp to properly fit onto the pole.
Mounting Kit Assembly and Use 2 Install the mounting bracket onto the tilt bracket installed in step 1. Use one long binder head screw and hex nut from the kit. This will provide the pivot about which the AP3550 can be tilted. Do not over tighten the nut. 3 Install 4 short binder head screws in the 4 slots (two each on left and right sides of the tilt bracket). Set the angle of the AP3550 up or down as required for the installation.
4 Thread the 2 band clamps through the adapter. Using both band clamps, position the adjuster screw about 6 inches from the face of the adapter. The adjuster screw can be installed to either left or right sides. 5 Mount the adapter to the tilt bracket using 2 short binder head screws. It does not matter which side is up or down, left or right. Tighten the screws securely. 6 Position and hold the tilt bracket and each of the band clamps onto the mounting pole.
Mounting Kit Assembly and Use Thread the free end of the band clamp through the adjuster. Pass through the screw, and pull the free end of the clamp until it is snug. Repeat this process for the second clamp. Point the tilt bracket in the direction the AP3550 is to be mounted. Tighten the band clamps. Cut off or wrap around (as displayed above) the free end of the tightened band clamp. 7 Install the AP3550’s mounting bracket onto the tilt bracket. Use one long binder head screw and hex nut from the kit.
8 Install 4 short binder head screws in the 4 slots (2 each on left and right sides of the tilt bracket). Set the angle of the AP3550 up or down as required for the installation. The 4 short binder head screws, and the long screw hex nut can be tightened to lock the AP3550 into position.
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4 Heavy Weather Kit Assembly and Use NOTE It is recommended that assembly of the AP3550 heavy weather kit be started, and fully staged, before the unit is moved into the field for deployment. To install the AP3550 heavy weather kit: 1 Install 4 antenna extension cables (provided in the kit) to the AP3550. Hand tighten.
Heavy Weather Kit Assembly and Use 2 Route the antenna extension cables through the cable guides on the rear of the access point. The cables cross from left to right to maximize the bend radius. Avoid any sharp bending of the cables to extend their useful life. NOTE Note the earth ground boss on the AP3550. This point must be properly grounded to earth to utilize this products safety features. This is a good time to add the required grounding lug or cable (not included).
4 Install the mounting bracket to the AP3550’s rear housing using 4 short length binder head screws from kit. The heavy weather shield is clamped between the bracket and the housing. Tighten securely. 5 Turn the unit over. On the face of the unit, remove and discard the 4 screws located in the cover of the AP3550. 6 Install 4 hex stand-off screws into the screw holes created with the removal of the screws in step 5. Tighten securely.
Heavy Weather Kit Assembly and Use 7 Install the heavy weather shield. Align the 4 screw holes with the 4 mating screw bosses on the AP3550 cover. 8 Install the AP3550 mounting bracket to AP3550 cover using 4 short length binder head screws from the kit. The front and rear shields are intentionally staggered to ensure adequate ventilation. 9 The heavy weather protected AP3550 is now ready for installation.
5 Power Tap Installation The installation of the AP3550 Power Tap (Part No. 15729) requires the services of licensed and trained electricians. The end user is solely responsible to ensure the unit is installed and maintained by properly certified personnel. Additionally, the end user is responsible the unit is installed and maintained in full compliance of local codes and standards. WARNING! DO NOT open an installed or operating Power Tap unit.
Power Tap Installation To install an AP3550 Power Tap: 1 Remove and retain the 10 screws used to secure the Power Tap cover. 2 Remove the weather sealing cover to expose the unit’s interior. Do not remove or tamper with the sealing gasket remaining on the back housing. 3 Remove and retain the 2 terminal screws releasing the 2 solder-less ring terminals. 4 Remove and retain the nut with a captive locking washer. This nut releases a solder-less ring terminal.
5 Loosen the gland nut on the power entry fitting. 6 Expose 6 inches of wire from the jacket. Only use wire suited for your specific installation requirements and application. Use 3 conductor wire of a gage suitable for the required wire run. 7 Feed the wire through the power fitting. Do not tighten the fitting at this time. 8 Using the solder-less ring terminals, strip and terminate the individual wires.
Power Tap Installation 9 Install the power cable ring terminals using the 2 screws and nut removed in steps 3 and 4. ● Black wire to terminal L (line) ● White wire to terminal N (neutral) ● Green wire to terminal G (ground) 10 Firmly tighten screws and nut. 11 Adjust the cable jacket by sliding into and out of the gland until about 1 inch remains visible inside the housing. Tighten the gland nut by hand to firmly hold the cable jacket.
12 Ensure no loose hardware is inside the housing. Check the wiring to be sure it is clear of the cover. Carefully replace the cover. Only the correct cover orientation (as displayed below) allows all screws to be properly installed. Tighten all 10 screws securely. The Power Tap can now be installed in an almost identical manner as the AP3550 model access point following the instructions within “Mounting Kit Assembly and Use” on page 9.
Power Tap Installation Locate a port cover within the Part No. 15729 product package. Install the cover on the unused LAN or WAN port and hand tighten (do not use tools). For installations connecting to the Power Tap’s “DATA IN” and “DATA PWR OUT” ports, refer to “Cable Connectors and Unused Connector Protection” on page 27. NOTE Locate the earth ground boss on the back of the Power Tap. This point must be properly grounded to earth to utilize this product’s safety features.
6 Cable Connectors and Unused Connector Protection The following figure shows the various components found in the connector kit supplied with the AP3550. If a different connector is used (or the connector is replaced), the replacement must be IP56 certified to retain product sealing. The cable shown in the figure is customer provided and must be of the length required for your specific AP3550 deployment. The cable must be rated for outdoor use and have 8 conductors.
Cable Connectors and Unused Connector Protection 2 Loosely assemble the gland nut onto the gland housing. Do not tighten until the connector is fully assembled and installed into the desired AP3550 connection port. This step creates the gland assembly. 3 Install the ring seal onto the end of the flange barrel. A small amount of grease on the surfaces will hold the ring in place for the remainder of the assembly.
5 Remove the adhesive liner on the gasket (refer to the illustration on the previous page for an example). Slide the gasket over the connector and along the cable, with the adhesive facing the flange surface of the flange barrel. Press the gasket into place on the plastic face with light finger pressure. Make sure the cut-out of the gasket aligns with the shape of the connector pocket of the flange barrel. 6 Slide the flange barrel so the modular connector is fully seated into the connector pocket.
Cable Connectors and Unused Connector Protection NOTE Un-used connectors need to be sealed to ensure the product’s IP56 rating. 8 Locate 2 port covers, and 3 antenna connection covers within the access point (AP3550-US Part Number 15722; AP3550-ROW Part Number 15726) product package. 9 Install the covers on any un-used ports and hand tighten (use no tools). Please note the earth ground boss on the back of the unit. This point must be properly grounded to earth to utilize the AP3550’s safety features.
7 Customer Support NOTE Services can be purchased from Extreme Networks or through one of its channel partners. If you are an end-user who has purchased service through an Extreme Networks channel partner, please contact your partner first for support. Extreme Networks Technical Assistance Centers (TAC) provide 24x7x365 worldwide coverage. These centers are the focal point of contact for post-sales technical and network-related questions or issues.
